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Explore Montenegro’s Wine Road from Kotor Old Town - Book Your Wine Tour in Kotor
Join a memorable wine-route experience with Monte Mare Travel and discover the 19th-century vision of King Nikola Petrović that transformed Montenegro into a celebrated wine region - a legacy that saw Montenegrin Vranac win first prize in London in 1907. You’ll travel through scenic vineyards that are part of Montenegro’s roughly 4,300 hectares of vines, visit the important “Ćemovsko field” project near Podgorica, and learn the local traditions and distinctive characteristics of the vineyard area. Along the route you’ll absorb the natural beauty, taste cellar wines paired with Montenegrin specialties offered by welcoming hosts, and enjoy an unrivaled ambience that’s easy to combine with your stay in Kotor from Kotor Old Town through Varoom’s event and activity bookings.
About this activity in Kotor Old Town
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. no refund is available for cancellations.
Highlights
- Trace Montenegro’s wine history on a guided tour from Kotor to the famed Ćemovsko field near Podgorica, where Montenegrin Vranac made its name.
- Visit family-run sites including the Šipčanik wine cellar and Winery Dabović to taste authentic local vintages and regional specialties.
- Enjoy curated tastings - including 3 wines, 1 brandy and 2 herbal liqueurs - paired with appetizers, lunch and dessert for a full Montenegrin food-and-wine experience.
- Travel comfortably by car or minivan with an English-speaking driver-guide, and ride a tourist train through the vineyard for scenic views of the area.
Important Information
- You’ll learn about traditional wine production in Montenegro and stroll vineyards, cellars and a rural household as part of the guided itinerary.
- The experience includes tastings at Šipčanik and a cellar visit in the Ćemovsko field project near Podgorica; additional food or guide languages are available for an extra fee.
- This accessible tour accommodates wheelchairs and service animals, offers infant seats, and is suitable for all fitness levels; the driver accompanies you throughout.
- Travel insurance is included; any food or drinks not listed in the program and optional travel health insurance are not covered.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Varoom desk in Kotor Old Town (exact meeting location and pickup details are provided in your booking confirmation); transport from Kotor departs to the Ćemovsko field/Podgorica wine route as scheduled.
Includes
- Enjoy guided visits to the Ćemovsko Field vineyard and the Šipčanik wine cellar-perfect for wine lovers exploring Kotor and the surrounding region.
- Ride a touristic train through the Ćemovsko Field vineyard for a relaxed, scenic tasting experience in the area.
- Savour a tasting that includes 1 brandy, 2 herbal liqueurs and 3 wines, served with a suitable appetizer, a full lunch and a dessert during your visit.
- Visit a traditional rural household, local vineyards, cellars and the Winery Dabović to experience authentic regional wine production.
- Taste 3 types of local wines with bruschette topped with Njeguški cheese inside the Šipčanik wine cellar for a true coastal-Montenegro pairing.
- Travel comfortably by car, minivan, van or minibus with an English-speaking driver who accompanies you throughout the tour.
Excludes
- Food and drinks not explicitly listed in the program are not included-what’s described is what you’ll receive.
- A tourist guide in a specific language is not included by default; you can request one for an additional fee if needed.
- Other personal or non-program costs are not covered and are your responsibility during the trip.
- Travel health insurance is optional and is not included in the booking; you should arrange coverage separately if desired.
Other
- The itinerary and facilities are wheelchair accessible, with transportation options adapted for wheelchair users-suitable for easy access around the sites.
- Service animals are allowed, and specialized infant seats are available if you’re traveling with young children.
- All areas and surfaces on the visit are accessible and suitable for participants of all physical fitness levels.
- During the tour the driver will remain with you as your guide, providing continuous support and local insight while you explore the vineyards near Kotor.
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Know more about Kotor Old Town
You can join a wine route that showcases Montenegrin wine tradition near Podgorica, including visits to the Ćemovsko field vineyard, wine cellar Šipčanik and winery Dabović. Hosts pour wine from their cellars and serve Montenegrin specialties so you can taste regional Vranac and other local varieties while enjoying the rural ambiance.
Transportation is provided by car, minivan, van or minibus with an English-speaking driver who will guide you. Part of the vineyard experience includes a ride on a touristic train through the Ćemovsko field to see the landscape up close.
Absolutely. The itinerary highlights the region's wine heritage - from King Nikola Petrović’s 19th-century vine-planting regulation to Montenegrin Vranac’s historic prize in London - so you’ll learn how local tradition shaped wine production in Montenegro.
Tastings include 1 brandy, 2 herbal spirits and 3 wines paired with a suitable appetizer, lunch and dessert, plus a separate tasting of 3 wines with bruschette topped with Njeguški cheese at cellar Šipčanik. These pairings let you enjoy traditional Montenegrin flavors alongside the wine.
Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible; transportation options and all areas and surfaces described are accessible, and specialized infant seats are available so families and travelers with mobility needs can participate comfortably.
Yes. The experience is Group-Friendly and fits well into multi-day or full-day itineraries. Monte Mare Travel organizes visits to vineyards, rural households and cellars, making it easy to add this wine route to broader Montenegro travel plans originating from Kotor.
